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One thing I'd recommend is stopping, lying down and propping up your feet in the shade for 15-20 minutes. Maybe every hour and a half? I found this helped my feet not ache quite as much.
Also, hydrate! Even if you run low on water, there are periodic little stops/bars/snack shops that have...
Welcome, Joker. I started in Sarria and frankly didn't care if anyone thought less of me. I was there to enjoy myself and the experience. Honestly, I never met anyone who gave me a hard time about starting in Sarria. I think you'll enjoy the experience. Buen Camino!
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